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Honey Butter Tteokbokki

Honey Butter Tteokbokki: Sweet and Savory Korean Delight

Honey Butter Tteokbokki is a quick and delightful Korean snack that combines sweet and savory flavors, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Cakes
  • 400 grams Korean rice cakes (tteok) Choose fresh or soaked frozen for the best results.
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral oil Vegetable or canola oil are good substitutes.
  • 50 grams Unsalted butter Salted butter can be used for extra flavor.
  • 4 tablespoons Honey Agave nectar is a great vegan alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown sugar Coconut sugar offers a healthier twist.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce Low-sodium options are available.
Optional Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds Green onions can be a substitute if preferred.

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Soak frozen rice cakes in water for 20 to 30 minutes until softened. Drain and dry.
  2. Heat neutral oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry rice cakes in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes, flip, and fry for another 3 minutes.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, add butter, honey, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
  4. Toss the fried rice cakes in the honey butter sauce for 1 to 2 minutes until thoroughly coated.
  5. Serve immediately and optionally sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Honey Butter Tteokbokki is best enjoyed fresh; consume within a couple of days for optimal flavor.

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